Hyderabad|India|July'2010:  The Chief Minister Dr K Rosaiah announced a cash award of Rs.25 lakhs to Ace Badminton Champion Saina Nehwal.

"Excellent. Well done. You have done a great job. Marvellous performance. The country is proud of you. Particularly Andhra Pradesh. Heartiest Congratulations. All my best wishes and greetings to you", The Chief Minister Dr K Rosaiah told India's No.1 and World No.3 Badminton Champion Saina Nehwal. The Badminton Champion Saina today called on the Chief Minister at the Camp Office along with her coach Gopichand, father and sister. Minister for Sports, Komatireddy Venkatreddy, Principal Secretary, Sports & Youth Affairs, A K Parida and other officials were present on the occasion. Dr Rosaiah said he was sure that Saina will become World's No.1 Badminton Champion in the near future.

The Chief Minister who offered a bouquet and shawl to Saina described her performance in various championships as brilliant and excellent. Dr Rosaiah asked her to keep winning and wished her many more laurels in the days to come. He said Saina is a role model for many upcoming young players. He said they should imbibe her qualities and get inspiration from Champions like Saina. Dr Rosaiah also congratulated Gopichand for grooming Saina in an excellent manner. "You have done a great job as a coach and I congratulate you", the CM said.

-July'' 2010